Mother's Day Message from Father Gregory 2017

Each year, our society celebrates the special role that mothers play in each of our lives. It is a time to reflect on the responsibilities that every mother faces, and to be grateful for the unique gift of motherhood.

As Christians, we are aware that Jesus, the incarnate Word of God, himself was the child of a human mother, and that the Blessed Virgin Mary had the unique vocation to be the Mother of God. Our Catholic tradition has always held Mary in the highest honor, giving her the pride of place among all the saints.

This Mothers’ Day, may we pray for all mothers, especially those who are caught in circumstances which lay terrible burdens on them and their children. We ask God to support and strengthen in their vocation, and to guide their lives every day. And we join with all the Church in asking the intercession of Mary, our Mother, for all mothers: Our Lady, Mother of Grace, pray for us!